The South

Iceland is a country full of geological contrasts and they are best visible in the South, where geothermal heat meets glacial cold. In the Southwest and the Golden Circle Area, the heat is on, providing the energy for Iceland’s many greenhouses and swimming pools. The Southeast shows off Europe’s biggest glacier Vatnajökull, spectacular waterfalls, and black sand beaches on which the powerful waves of the North Atlantic break.

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Visit South Iceland is the official destination marketing office for the southern part of Iceland. Find out more about the area on their website.

Black sand beach in South Iceland
Geysir Hot Spring Area

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